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Eat & Shop like the Obamas

Saturday, September 19, 2009


Manuel Balce Ceneta / AP Photo

To start, let us make one thing clear: your farmers' market has no political agenda. We love cowboys, hippies, rappers, gardeners and politicians all the same, no matter if they ride over on a donkey or an elephant. That being said, at the seat of national executive power (not too unlike the seat of city-wide executive power at which we take place every Saturday), a farmers' market is being launched today!

At the White House! Well, just a few blocks away. And, just like our market, it features locally grown produce, and accepts EBT/food stamps, WIC and Senior FMNP checks. Rumor has it that the Obamas might stop by. Not to be outdone, yesterday we extended an invitation to First Lady Michelle Obama. We'll let you know how it goes.

In the meantime, here's your second reminder that the season for Indian (blood) peaches is short. Transito Zamudio has told us that this may be the last Saturday for them. Like we said before, these tangy-sweet globes of heaven are delicious! Find them this Saturday (maybe the last!) for somewhere around $1.50 per pound.


In addition, we expect to have:

  • organic veggies, including broccolini, watercress, heirloom carrots (big and purple!), and lettuce;
  • okra (come early for the best selection);
  • purslane and bitter melon (the health benefits are beyond description);
  • organic yellow corn (the delicious kind);
  • tomatoes! (they're getting juicier and juicier);
  • freshly-made hummos and other Mediterranean snacks (made right in Belmont, and perfect for appetizers);
  • INDIAN peaches, white peaches, nectarines, and pluots (try them!);
  • strawberries (from Salinas);
  • delicious apples;
  • yummy honey;
  • watermelon;
  • nopales, chayote, basil, cilantro, cucumbers, broccoli, mint, onions, greens, and other vegetables; and
  • much more!

EBT
EBT/food stamps, WIC FMNP and senior FMNP checks are now accepted at the Market. Customers using these forms of payment are entitled to be treated with the very same respect and dignity that all shoppers at the East Palo Alto Community Farmers' Market deserve. For more info, please click here.


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